Join whom?

II Timothy 2:3 “Join with me in suffering, like a good soldier of Jesus Christ.” Wouldn’t you think that as a faithful follower of Jesus we would have a life of pleasure, comfort and enjoyment?  We would if this life was Heaven, but it is far from Heaven.  This world is full of corruption, earthly ruinous desire and those who are set on either denying Jesus or destroying those who are faithful to him.  Why?  The force of the devil is very strong.  You and I, like soldiers are constantly involved in a battle.  Our responsibility is to be strong, represent our Savior and spread His truth as we travel on our journey to live with our Savior forever.